Alternative ADHD Treatment: Can Diet Ease Symptoms?

How to ease symptoms with an ADHD diet containing protein, fish oil and other dietary supplements that help manage attention deficit disorder.

Do alternative ADHD treatments really work? Adults and parents of ADHD children are finding that while they may not be a cure-all, non-medical treatments like diet changes can make a big difference in symptoms.

Poor diet and eating habits do not cause ADHD. And when it comes to controlling impulsivity, inattention, and other symptoms, there is no substitute for medication and behavioral therapy, which are clearly the most effective approaches.

But recent research suggests a possible relationship between ADHD and the foods one consumes. Read on to find out how to make your diet — or your family's — ADHD-friendly.